Preferred Hotels & Resorts Welcomes 14 New Members

Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is pleased to announce the addition of 14 new member properties to its global portfolio between July 1 and September 30, 2025. To celebrate, I Prefer Hotel Rewards members can earn 2,500 bonus points on eligible stays at any of these participating locations for a limited time. Ranging from a recently transformed beachfront resort on Spain's famous Costa del Sol to a cultural playground designed for music lovers in the heart of Stockholm, each of these distinctive and independent properties invite travelers to immerse in some of the world’s most extraordinary destinations. Highlights include:

Backstage Hotel Stockholm (Stockholm, Sweden) – Lifestyle Collection: Housed in a reimagined 1880s building, Backstage Hotel Stockholm offers a high-voltage mashup of history, music, and design just moments from the city’s hottest entertainment hubs. This creative hideaway boasts bold interiors, contemporary art, and 57 uniquely designed rooms - including the themed ABBA Gold Junior Suite inspired by Sweden’s very own iconic pop group, and a Loft Room made for stargazing. Music lovers and culture chasers will enjoy the Backstage Zone, where global flavors meet a buzzing bar scene with DJ sets, trivia nights, and a private karaoke lounge.

BON Park Hotel at VidantaWorld Nuevo Vallarta (Nayarit, Mexico) – L.V.X. Collection: Tucked along Mexico’s idyllic Pacific coast, adventure seekers can look forward to a seamless blend of luxury, leisure, and resort living. This all-encompassing retreat offers everything from private beach lounging and poolside cocktails to golf on three world-class courses and indulgent spa treatments. Retreat into the 79 stylish ocean-hued suites and lofts and explore an array of dining venues and themed nightlife. The property also offers access to the BON Luxury Theme Park, which is slated to open in winter 2026, promising endless enjoyment for all ages.

Don Carlos Marbella (Marbella, Spain) – L.V.X. Collection: Following a comprehensive transformation and reopening in July 2025, the legendary Don Carlos has been reborn as a new icon of Mediterranean luxury, blending timeless elegance, Andalusian heritage, and modern design in an exclusive beachfront setting surrounded by lush tropical gardens. This stunning property offers 284 rooms and suites and 24 residences alongside world-class experiences, including Spain’s first Rafa Nadal Tennis Center, a signature Don Carlos spa, vibrant dining across four unique venues, and exclusive access to luxurious beach clubs.

Paru Boutique Hotel (Passo de Camaragibe, Brazil) – L.V.X. Collection: Nestled between golden sands and lush greenery, Paru Boutique Hotel is an intimate beachfront retreat where nature, design, and wellness come together in perfect harmony. With just 20 rustic-chic suites and bungalows, this serene hideaway blends minimalist elegance with local charm – each space has been designed to foster a deep connection to the surrounding Brazilian landscape. Guests can enjoy wellness experiences ranging from yoga and meditation to beachfront cycling, tennis, and spa treatments, or opt for local excursions to the area’s natural swimming pools, a manatee sanctuary, or scenic flights along the Costa dos Milagres in Alagoas.

The Sun Rose West Hollywood (West Hollywood, California) – L.V.X Collection: Following a recent rebrand from the former Pendry West Hollywood, The Sun Rose West Hollywood is where glamour meets contemporary chic in an immersive combination of music, style, and city energy. Located on the legendary Sunset Strip and on the historic grounds of the former House of Blues, this 149-room hotel channels its iconic past into a bold, culture-driven experience, complete with a world-class music venue, rooftop dining, and skyline views. Sleek guestrooms and sprawling suites reflect the coastal tones of SoCal skies, while a rooftop pool and serene spa invite guests to unwind above the city buzz. From star-studded performances to sun-drenched afternoons by the pool, The Sun Rose offers a curated slice of Los Angeles.

“We are thrilled to welcome these 14 extraordinary new members to our global portfolio in the third quarter of 2025,” said Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Hotels & Resorts. “Their arrival marks a continued evolution of our brand’s promise – to celebrate individuality, champion authenticity, and curate unforgettable luxury experiences. Each new member adds a distinct voice to our collective story, enriching the journeys of travelers who seek meaningful connection and character.”

Other member properties to have joined Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ global portfolio between July 1 and September 30, 2025, include:

Altis Porto Hotel (Porto, Portugal) – L.V.X. Collection

Bernardus Lodge & Spa (Carmel, California) – Legend Collection

Hotel Cristoforo Colombo (Milan, Italy) – Lifestyle Collection

Jungala Park Hotel at VidantaWorld Riviera Maya (Quintana Roo, Mexico) – L.V.X. Collection

Serras Sevilla (Seville, Spain) – Legend Collection

The Pridwin Hotel and Cottages (Shelter Island, New York) – L.V.X. Collection

Trastevere Roma UNA Esperienze (Rome, Italy) – Lifestyle Collection

Vivienda Residence (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) – L.V.X. Collection

27 North (Healdsburg, California) – Lifestyle Collection

Many of these new member hotels participate in I Prefer Hotel Rewards, the brand’s points-based loyalty program with 6 million travelers enrolled globally. Complimentary to join, members of I Prefer earn points redeemable for cash-value Reward Certificates, Titanium status, and other value-rich benefits from eligible stays at over 600 participating hotels and resorts worldwide. Travelers seeking memorable independent hotel experiences are invited to sign up at IPrefer.com/enroll.

For a limited time only, new and existing members of I Prefer Hotel Rewards will earn 2,500 bonus points on eligible stays at any of these participating new member properties. Valid on bookings made by December 31, 2025, for stays through March 31, 2026. For additional details and to book this special offer, visit IPrefer.com/offer/newest-additions.

Forbes Travel Guide Honors Hospitality's Finest In 2020 Star Rating Awards

107 Properties Earn New Five-Star Accolades

Largest-Ever Global Expansion as Awards Launch in 16 New Countries

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Triumphs as Hotel Brand with Most Five-Star Hotels

London Takes Starring Role as the Five-Star Capital City of the World

Forbes Travel Guide ("FTG"), the global expert on genuine Five-Star service, today presented a galaxy of "Stars" to the world's most luxurious properties. A record 107 new Five-Star awards have been announced, owing to the company's significant expansion across 16 countries.

The 2020 awards celebrate 1,898 Star-Rated properties in 73 countries; the full list can be found here. The new awards add 70 Five-Star, 120 Four-Star and 81 Recommended hotels to the annual winners list. Among restaurants, there are 13 new Five-Star, eight new Four-Star and two new Recommended winners. The recipients also include 24 new Five-Star and 22 new Four-Star spas. 

This year sees the most extensive global expansion in Forbes Travel Guide's 62 -year history. The company spotlights new international markets, including Antigua, the Bahamas, Cambodia, Egypt, Fiji, French Polynesia, India, Jordan, the Maldives, Mauritius, New Zealand, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, the Seychelles and South Africa, many of which achieved the coveted Five-Star honor. 

A total of 432 Five-Star distinctions were awarded to hotels, restaurants and spas, and the top ranking was attained for the first time in Antigua; Bora Bora; Cambodia; Cape Town; Doha; Fiji; Ireland; Johannesburg; the Maldives; Mauritius; Monte Carlo; Moscow; Prague; St. Petersburg, Russia; the Seychelles; and Tahiti.

Four Seasons maintained the prestigious achievement as the brand with the most Five-Star hotels adding 11 new Five-Star hotel awards to its collection. Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita, Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa, Four Seasons Hotel Moscow and Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg are among some of the additions in newly rated destinations.

Wynn Resorts took an all-star position, dominating the Las Vegas market by earning seven Five-Star awards for Wynn Resorts Las Vegas (Wynn Las Vegas, Encore at Wynn Las Vegas, Wynn Tower Suites, Encore Tower Suites, The Spa at Wynn Las Vegas, The Spa at Encore Las Vegas and Wing Lei) and an additional eight for Wynn Resorts Macau (Wynn Macau, Encore Macau, Golden Flower at Encore Macau, Mizumi at Wynn Macau, Wing Lei at Wynn Macau, Il Teatro at Wynn Macau, The Spa at Encore Macau and The Spa at Wynn Macau). Wynn Palace Macau also achieved seven Five-Star awards.

London cemented its position as the global Five-Star capital city with 19 top hotels, including six new additions: Brown's Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel; Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square; Rosewood London and The Berkeley. The Egerton House Hotel and The Milestone Hotel & Residences join Hotel 41 to give Red Carnation hotels a triple Five-Star hotel win for the city.

"It's a privilege for Forbes Travel Guide to honor such magnificent hotels, restaurants and spas from all corners of the globe. Each deserving recipient excels at enriching people's lives through the power of exceptional service," said Filip Boyen, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide. "Our role at Forbes Travel Guide is to establish our annual star ratings with absolute independence and integrity and champion those at the very top of their game."

More than 600 Star-Rated winners and invited VIP guests will gather to celebrate at Verified, The Forbes Travel Guide Luxury Summit at ARIA Resort & Casino in Las Vegas on February 18 and 19. As the recipients of multiple Five-Star awards, the MGM International property will be packed with inspirational speakers and discovery sessions. The event will culminate in a gala dinner hosted by Oscar-winning actress Marisa Tomei, followed by an exclusive afterglow hosted by Wynn Las Vegas XS nightclub where headline DJ Dillon Francis and other exciting surprises await the 2020 award winners.

For highlights, trends and fun facts from our 2020 Star Awards, click here.

To view the full Star Ratings for 2020, visit ForbesTravelGuide.com.
For a detailed explanation of how Forbes Travel Guide compiles its Star Ratings, click here.

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Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas Named Top Hotel Brand for Second Year Running Travel + Leisure Magazine Features The World's Best Awards In August Issue

 

BANGKOK –  - Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has been voted the world’s No. 1 Hotel Brand for the second consecutive year by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine, the largest and most influential travel magazine in the United States. In addition, Six Senses Yao Noi has been named the No. 1 Resort Hotel in Southeast Asia.

The double accolade confirms how Six Senses is satisfying travelers through its core values of sustainability, pioneering wellness, a fun and quirky vibe, unique experiences, local sensibility and emotional hospitality that begins with empathy. Across all its properties, the enduring purpose is to help guests reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them.

Receiving the awards at a special cocktail celebration in New York City, Neil Jacobs, chief executive officer at Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas said, “We are thrilled to receive this award for the second year in a row. On behalf of our entire community of hosts who care about creating out-of-the-ordinary experiences for our guests, we could not be more honored and grateful by the readers of Travel + Leisure, who took the time to vote. It is a special joy to receive the award in New York, where our first U.S. hotel – Six Senses New York – is under construction at The Eleventh and getting ready to open in 2019."

Six Senses continues to win hearts and minds, with 2018 seeing the brand’s expansion to Bali, Bhutan, Cambodia, Fiji, Singapore and Turkey. Six Senses currently manages 16 resorts and hotels plus 31 spas. Neil Jacobs went on to say that the Six Senses brand is not just about the latest in luxury or outrageously beautiful locations (although those are important too), but also its sustainable practices and commitment to groundbreaking wellness initiatives. “Guests want an understanding of where they visit and to feel in harmony with the local environment. There’s a greater consciousness and interest around personal health and the health of our planet.” He added that Six Senses is careful to establish consistent quality and standards without being formulaic. "Each property brings our brand to life in its own playful and unique way. Our owners and travel partners are also key contributors in delivering this winning guest experience.”

The August issue of Travel + Leisure marks the 23rd edition of World’s Best, with more than 300,000 respondents rating hotel brands on their locations, rooms and facilities, food, service, and overall value. With a monthly circulation of over 950,000 readers, the publication, which first hit newsstands in 1937, surveys readers from November through March through the print magazine, tablet editions, newsletters, social media and website.

Six Senses Yao Noi named the No. 1 Resort Hotel in Southeast Asia by Travel + Leisure magazine.

About
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas operates 16 hotels and resorts and 31 spas in 21 countries under the brand names Six Senses, Evason and Six Senses Spas. The portfolio will triple over the next five years with resort, hotel and spa openings underway in Austria, Bhutan, Brazil, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Israel, St. Kitts and Nevis, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand and the United States.

Six Senses properties share a leadership commitment to community, sustainability, wellness and design, infused with a touch of quirkiness. Whether an exquisite island resort, mountain retreat or urban hotel, the enduring purpose is to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them.

Six Senses Spas offers a wide range of holistic wellness, rejuvenation and beauty treatments administered under the guidance of expert therapists in all resorts as well as at 16 additional standalone spas. The high-tech and high-touch approach guides guests on their personal path to well-being, taking them as deep as they want to go.

Evason follows the Six Senses philosophy of uncompromised responsibility to sustainability and the community. Its two unique resorts provide a strong value focus, while offering a vast array of personal guest experiences that the whole family will love. 

2017 Star Rating Awards: 175 Hotels Achieve Coveted Forbes Five-Star Award

Forbes Travel Guide today unveiled its 59th list of worldwide Star Rating recipients, continuing its exceedingly selective approach for recognizing the world’s finest properties and rewarding gracious, intuitive service.

For 2017, the award winners include 38 new Five-Star hotels, 75 new Four-Star hotels and 85new hotels in the Recommended category. Other first-time recipients include seven Five-Star restaurants, 16 Four-Star restaurants and 21 Recommend restaurants. The list also honors nine new Five-Star spas and 35 new Four-Star spas.

As it continues to expand globally, Forbes Travel Guide now rates properties in 42 countries throughout the Americas, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region, with plans to add the Middle East and Africa for 2018. Newly added 20 international destinations for 2017 include: Bali, Barcelona, Bogota, Budapest, Cartagena, County Kildare (Ireland), Dublin, Kyoto, Lima, Lisbon, Manila, Melbourne, Monte Carlo, Munich, Osaka, Santiago, Seoul, St. Tropez, Sydney, Venice and Zurich.

“This year’s Star-Rated properties — the largest and most global group in the company’s history — achieved an impeccable standard of excellence in hospitality, underscoring our overall mission of positively contributing to the international tourism industry as well as the individual hotel experience,” said Gerard J. Inzerillo, Chief Executive Officer of Forbes Travel Guide.

“We are excited to recognize the 2017 Star Rating recipients, an exceptional collection of hotels, restaurants and spas with a strong culture of service. In an online environment of confusion and clutter, Forbes Travel Guide is the most trusted source of information to assist guests in making informed decisions,” Inzerillo said. “We are proud to congratulate everyone associated with the prestigious properties recognized today.”

To celebrate this year’s award, Star-Rated winners are invited to the Forbes Travel Guide All-Star Celebration in New York City on March 2. Attendees will enjoy a mouth-watering selection of dishes prepared by award-winning chefs and legends of the international culinary world, including: Jose Garces, Amada; Christian Pratsch, Asiate; Daniel Boulud, Daniel; Mario Batali and Joe and Lidia Bastianich, Del Posto; Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Jean-Georges; Geoffrey Zakarian, The Lambs Club; and Michael White, Vaucluse.

HIGHLIGHTS, TRENDS & FUN FACTS FOR 2017

• Just the Numbers

o Among the total 1,463 winners, there are 175 Five-Star, 477 Four-Star and 239Recommended hotels.

o Overall, 62 Five-Star, 179 Four-Star and 73 Recommended restaurants earned distinctions.

o In the spas category, a total of 56 Five-Star and 207 Four-Star spots achieved awards

• Beauty in Diversity

o While the 2017 group of winners is the most diverse in terms of size, location and style, one overarching theme that ties them together is that each delivers its own distinctive experience. New Five-Star hotels range from the brand-new fresh and inventive Faena Hotel Miami Beach and the recently restored grand dame Ritz Paris to over-the-top all-suite hotel The Ritz-Carlton, Macau. Boutique hotels also made a strong Five-Star showing, including Cabo San Lucas’ 87-room The Resort at Pedregal, London’s 30-room Hotel 41 and Rome’s 14-suite Portrait Roma.

• Stars All Around

o An elite group of (11) properties earned Five-Star awards for their hotel, restaurant and spa. These triple Five-Star winners include: Banyan Tree Macau; The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs; The Cloister in Sea Island, Georgia; Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego; The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong; Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas; Mandarin Oriental, Macau; Mandarin Oriental, Miami; Montage Laguna Beach; Ocean House in Watch Hill, Rhode Island; and Wynn Las Vegas.

o Altira Macau and Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong received a total of four Five-Star awards for the hotel, spa and two restaurants.

o Crown Towers Macau won a total of five Five-Star awards for the hotel, spa and three restaurants.

o Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Wynn Macau set a new record, achieving a total of six Five-Star awards for the hotel, spa and four restaurants.

• Where the Hotel Stars Shine Brightly

o In Singapore, 3 Hotels earned Five-star award including: Capella Singapore, Mandarin Oriental, Singapore, and The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore.

o Pan Pacific Singapore, a new winner, proudly joined the existing 8 Four-Star Hotels in Singapore

o Globally, cities with the most Five-Star hotels include: Macau (10), Paris (10), London (9) and Hong Kong (8). Macau and Paris remain neck and neck with one new winner each in 2017.

TripAdvisor Names 2016 Travelers' Choice Hotel Winners

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TripAdvisor has announced the winners of its 2016 Travelers' Choice awards for hotels. The rankings were determined based on millions of reviews collected in a single year from TripAdvisor users worldwide. The Sherry-Netherland Hotel in New York, shown here, is ranked the No. 1 hotel in the U.S.  TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor has named The Sherry-Netherland Hotel in New York City the U.S. winner of its Travelers’ Choice awards for hotels and Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur in India the top winner worldwide.

The winners were based on millions of reviews collected in a single year from TripAdvisor users worldwide.

The awards, given out over the last 14 years, recognize more than 7,000 properties in 97 countries. The hotels are judged based on service, quality and value.

“Travelers considering their next trip can book confidently selecting from these award-winners that have already delighted millions of members of the TripAdvisor community,” said Barbara Messing, chief marketing officer for TripAdvisor, in a written statement.

The average nightly rate of Travelers’ Choice award-winning Top Hotels on TripAdvisor is $325.

Top 10 Travelers’ Choice Hotels in the U.S.

1. The Sherry-Netherland Hotel, New York City
2. Bardessono, Yountville, Calif.
3. The Nantucket Hotel & Resort, Nantucket, Mass.
4. French Quarter Inn, Charleston, S.C.
5. The Oxford Hotel, Bend, Ore. 
6. Ponte Vineyard Inn, Temecula, Calif.
7. Icona Diamond Beach, Wildwood Crest, N.J.
8. The Talbott Hotel – Chicago
9. Belamere Suites – Perrysburg, Ohio
10. Casablanca Hotel Times Square, New York City

The Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur in India is TripAdvisor's Traveler's Choice for worldwide hotels. (Photo: TripAdvisor)

Top 10 Traveler's Choice Hotels worldwide​

1. Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur – Jodhpur, India
2. Shinta Mani Resort – Siem Reap, Cambodia
3. Bellevue Syrene – Sorrento, Italy
4. Hanoi La Siesta Hotel & Spa – Hanoi, Vietnam
5. Achtis Hotel – Afitos, Greece
6. Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons – Great Milton, United Kingdom
7. Mirihi Island Resort – Mirihi, Maldives
8. Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts Aruba – Palm Eagle, Aruba
9. Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel & Spa – Lance aux Epines, Grenada
10. Hotel Ritta Höppner – Gramado, Brazil

To see all 7,028 winners of the 2016 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awards for hotels go to: tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Hotels.

Nancy Trejos, USA TODAY

AAA inspectors praised the adults-only Hotel Mousai in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, for its contemporary design and hilltop views of the jungle and sea.  Hotel Mousai